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As the golden glow of August settles over Ontario’s wine nation and the evenings begin to hum with only a trace of September cool, the Niagara Region rolls out its most fascinating stretch of late-summer festivals and occasions. Whether you’re chasing heritage parades, waterfront celebrations, or a glass of one thing chilled beneath the grapes, there’s nonetheless time to absorb the season—and Niagara’s cultural calendar is much from winding down.
Here’s your information to the must-see occasions from August by September 2025—from the rowing lanes of Port Dalhousie to the peach stands of Niagara-on-the-Lake, and straight by to the wine-soaked harvest days within the native Niagara area.
Royal Canadian Henley Regatta
August 5–10 | Port DalhousieOne of the world’s most prestigious rowing competitions drops anchor within the laid-back lakeside city of Port Dalhousie, drawing worldwide athletes and a vibrant crowd of followers to the Henley course. By day, catch high-stakes races and shoreline cheers; by evening, stroll the boardwalk with native eats in hand as the town celebrates with fireworks and festival-style enjoyable. Even in case you don’t know a scull from a sweep, the electrical ambiance is purpose sufficient to go.
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Niagara 5000: Automotive & Aviation Showcase
August 7–9 | Niagara FallsHalf unique automobile rally, half personal jet playground, and half family-friendly competition, the Niagara 5000 is without doubt one of the area’s flashiest additions this 12 months. Expect luxurious autos on parade, aviation shows, and a glossy mix of engineering and adrenaline that appeals to each gearheads and curious onlookers. Bring the youngsters—there are hands-on demos and meals vehicles, too.
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Niagara-on-the-Lake Peach Festival
August 8–9 | Simcoe Park, Niagara-on-the-LakeFew issues style extra like summer season than a Niagara peach at its peak. This annual orchard-to-park celebration is pure attraction: assume peach pies, peach ice cream, and recent baskets beneath white tents in Simcoe Park. Local artisans, musicians, and households fill the tree-lined streets in what looks like an old school harvest honest. Come early earlier than one of the best bakes promote out—and sure, the peach sangria flows.
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Niagara Falls Illumination & Fireworks
Nightly | Special fireworks: May 16–Oct 13, Dec 31Every night, the thundering Falls develop into a canvas of color as lights dance throughout the mist. The nightly Falls Illumination bathes Niagara in ever-shifting hues, whereas fireworks shows mild up the sky on choose nights by the summer season and fall. Key fireworks dates embrace Labour Day (Sept 1) and the grand finale on New Year’s Eve (Dec 31). Don’t miss the view from Queen Victoria Park for an unforgettable backdrop.
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Fife & Drum Muster & Soldiers’ Field Day
August 16–17 | Fort George National Historic SiteHistory comes alive at Fort George in Niagara-on-the-Lake as costumed re-enactors collect for a military-style music muster. You’ll hear the stirring rhythms of fife and drum corps from throughout Canada and the U.S., punctuated by musket-firing demos and Nineteenth-century pageantry. It’s loud, vigorous, and surprisingly immersive—even children get into the spirit. Don’t miss the massed bands’ grand finale.
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Niagara Irish Festival
August 22–23 | Firemen’s Park, Niagara FallsFor a weekend of Celtic soul, inexperienced apparel, and Guinness poured with aptitude, Firemen’s Park hosts a celebration of Irish heritage that’s equal elements music competition and neighborhood picnic. Expect spirited fiddling, step dancing, hearty fare, and a household space that makes this greater than only a pub tent occasion. It’s somewhat slice of Dublin within the coronary heart of Niagara.
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Niagara Grape & Wine Festival
September 5–28 | St. Catharines & Wine NationThis iconic harvest celebration spills throughout weekends in September and is a love letter to Ontario’s wine scene. Sample VQA wines with Discovery Passes, wander Montebello Park’s vendor markets, and catch stay music or a tasting seminar beneath the shade of the vines. The spotlight? The Grande Parade on September 27—a vibrant, family-friendly spectacle of floats, marching bands, and (after all) grapes. And don’t miss the Pied Piper Parade on September 28, a fun-filled custom only for children.
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Ontario Culture Days
September 19–October 12 | Niagara RegionCelebrating neighborhood, creativity, and connection, Ontario Culture Days is a province-wide competition spotlighting artists and storytellers in each medium. In Niagara, anticipate pop-up galleries, Indigenous artwork showcases, open studios, and performances throughout the area, notably in downtown St. Catharines. It’s an ideal time to find one thing surprising—from poetry walks to pottery lessons.
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Concerts, Comedy & Live Shows
August 7–Sept 30 | Fallsview Casino, NOTL, Seneca Niagara & extraLate summer season is overflowing with headline leisure throughout the area:
Queen: It’s a Kinda Magic
August 14, 2025
Jeff Dunham
August 14, 2025
The Alan Jackson Experience
August 15, 2025
Carlos Mencia LIVE at Seneca Niagara
August 1-16, 2025
One Vision of Queen
August 15, 2025
The Three Kings Show
August 16, 2025
Babyface Live in Niagara Falls
August 16, 2025
Storm the Falls Car Show
August 17, 2025
Old Friends: The Songs of Simon and Garfunkel
August 21, 2025
Tenille Townes
August 21- 23, 2025
Cole Swindell at OLG Stage
August 22, 2025
Noah Reid LIVE at NOTL
August 23, 2025
Kool & the Gang
August 23, 2025
Gregory Alan Isakov
August 24, 2025
Jimmy O. Yang at OLG Stage
August 28, 2025
UB40 With Special Guest Inner Circle
August 29, 2025
High Valley With Madeline Merlo
August 29, 2025
John Fogerty at OLG Stage
August 30, 2025
Memories of The King
August 30, 2025
Niagara Falls Labour Day Weekend
September 1, 2025
Maren Morris
September 3, 2025
Misty City Music Festival
September 5- 6, 2025
Jo Koy & Friends OLG Stage
September 5, 2025
USS LIVE at NOTL
September 6, 2025
Jersey Nights Niagara Falls
September 11, 2025
Nick Swardson: Toilet Head
September 12-13, 2025
Frank Spadone & Cosimo Tucci
September 13, 2025
Lynyrd Skynyrd Live!
September 19, 2025
Trevor Noah LIVE at Seneca Niagara
September 19, 2025
Jeff Leeson at First Ontario
September 20, 2025
Lights LIVE that includes Felix Cartal
September 20, 2025
Epic Elton
September 20, 2025
Alison Krauss & Union Station
September 21-23, 2025
Plan Your Visit
Late summer season is a perfect time to discover Niagara, with heat days, cool evenings, and a full slate of issues to do—whether or not you’re chasing thrills, sipping slowly, or just having fun with the view. Just don’t neglect to pack your urge for food. And possibly a basket for peaches.
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